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Oklahoma Senate Candidates Debate Ahead Of Primary Runoff
U.S. Rep. Markwayne Mullin and former state Speaker of the Home T.W. Shannon agreed on loads Tuesday night time throughout a pre-runoff debate at Information On 6 in Tulsa, however every candidate vying to succeed outgoing Sen. Jim Inhofe tried to create separation from the opposite.
The 2 candidates shared their views on voter integrity when requested concerning the presidential election of 2020. Each Mullin and Shannon agreed that former President Trump was cheated out of the 2020 election.
“The election truly was stolen. I absolutely consider that, wholeheartedly,” T.W. Shannon stated. Shannon added, “With out election integrity, we do not have a republic.”
Shannon stated voter ID ought to be required nationally, including that the “Radical Left is making an attempt to recruit unlawful aliens to vote.
“It is absurd to suppose that Joe Biden acquired extra votes than any president in historical past. We have now to combat to ensure each vote is counted precisely,” Mullin stated.
The 2 candidates had been requested about former President Trump’s response to the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. Each agreed that the January 6 assault ought to by no means have occurred.
Shannon rejected the concept the assault on the Capitol is even a problem Oklahomans ought to care about.
“The one factor Oklahomans are asking about Jan. 6 is what the value of gasoline was. It was $2.42,” he stated.
When requested if he thought former Vice President Mike Pence deserted former President Trump on Jan. 6, Mullin stated that Pence was put in a troublesome spot.
“Mike Pence is an efficient man,” he stated, including that each Pence and his spouse love the Lord.
As the controversy turned to the financial system, Mullin bemoaned rules positioned on companies, noting that lowering the burden of rules would naturally assist with inflation.
“The issue with Washington, D.C.,” Mullin stated, “is that a lot of the lawmakers there do not should stay below the foundations they create.” As to why President Trump was as in style as he was, Mullin stated, “As a result of he understood enterprise.”
On the subject of gun security and gun management, each Mullin and Shannon had been adamant that they’d not assist something that may very well be an infringement on the Second Modification.
As most of those subjects have divided Democrats and Republicans, the 2 candidates had been requested what compromises they’d be keen to make to work collectively.
“We’d like people who find themselves capable of convey individuals collectively,” Shannon stated. “This nation was based on the Three Cs, he stated: Capitalism, the Structure and Christianity.”
“In the event you can inform me that you simply love the nation as a lot as I do, that is a place to begin,” Mullin stated.
On the subject of labor, Shannon bemoaned People who’ve grow to be “hooked on authorities” due to politicians. “We have now a piece ethic drawback on this nation,” he stated.
“We should not outline compassion by the variety of individuals we get on welfare. We should always outline compassion by the variety of individuals we get off welfare,” Shannon stated.
When requested about an abortion ban, the candidates agreed as soon as once more.
“My combat is to ensure we shield each single child on the market,” stated Mullin.
“Not solely does life begin at conception, however civil rights begin within the womb,” Shannon stated.
Concerning the tribal jurisdiction ruling made by SCOTUS, each candidates said they agree within the ruling.
“We must be influencing D.C., not permitting D.C. to affect us,” Mullin stated.
“The challenges we see proper now in Oklahoma because it pertains to the tribes and the state getting alongside, is that they don’t seem to be even speaking this present day,” Shannon stated.
After discussing a few of the most urgent points, Mullin and Shannon had been requested their closing statements.
“As I’ve said earlier than, nobody goes to combat more durable than somebody with firsthand information. I combat these issues each day and this is not a time for any of us to be silent,” Mullin stated.
“This nation isn’t the house of systemic racism, it is the house of systemic alternative,” Shannon stated.
Associated Story: Ballot: Mullin, Walters Maintain Edge In Respective Runoff Races
Oklahoma voters will return to the polls August 23 to resolve whether or not Mullin or Shannon will transfer on to face Democrat candidate Kendra Horn, Libertarian candidate Robert Murphy, and Impartial candidate Ray Woods in November’s basic election.
Mullin obtained 43.6 % of the vote within the June 28 main election. Shannon earned the proper to a runoff by getting 17.5 % of the vote.
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Live Updates: No. 7 Alabama Football at Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla.–– Alabama has one final road test to pass in the regular season if it wants to compete for an SEC title and make it back to the College Football Playoff.
The No. 7 Crimson Tide plays at Oklahoma on Saturday night in the first matchup as conference foes in the SEC. BamaCentral will have coverage all night from Norman. Follow along for updates.
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Who: Alabama (8-2, 4-2 SEC) vs. Oklahoma (5-5, 1-4)
When: Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Gaylord Family Memorial Stadium
TV: ABC/ESPN+
Radio: Crimson Tide Sports Network (Play-By-Play: Chris Stewart, Color: Tyler Watts).
Series: Oklahoma leads 3-2-1
Last meeting: Alabama defeated the Sooners in the Capital One Orange Bowl as part of the College Football Playoff 45-34. Tua Tagovailoa passed for 318 yards and four touchdowns while the Crimson Tide rushed for 200 yards across 42 carries between Josh Jacobs, Damien Harris and Najee Harris.
Last time out, Alabama: The Crimson Tide dominated Mercer 52-7 at home behind three touchdowns from Jalen Milroe and two touchdowns from Ryan Williams. The Alabama defense forced three more turnovers as they’ve now forced 16 in the last five games, making life challenging on opposing offenses.
Last time out, Oklahoma: The Sooners were off this past week, but went to Missouri two weeks ago and lost 30-23 after losing a fumble for a touchdown in the game’s final minutes. Oklahoma’s played five conference games and only won at Auburn this season.
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Staff predictions: Our picks for No. 7 Alabama at Oklahoma
After falling twice away from home already this season, No. 7 Alabama will look to avoid a potential trap game in its final road trip of the regular season. The Crimson Tide (8-2, 5-2 in the SEC) will visit Oklahoma (5-5, 1-5) for a 6:30 p.m. CT kickoff Saturday inside Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
This will be the seventh matchup between Alabama and Oklahoma. The Sooners hold a 3-2-1 advantage in the series, but the Tide won the most recent meeting, recording a 45-34 victory in the 2018 Orange Bowl. Alabama is currently a 14-point favorite for Saturday’s game, according to the Caesars Sportsbook.
Here’s how Tide Illustrated’s staff thinks the game will play out.
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Oklahoma State Offers 2026 Bixby DB Braeden Presley
The stark reality of the Cowboys future on the gridiron is up in the air. Can Oklahoma State bounce back in 2025 following one of the worst football seasons in years? Will the Pokes return next season and play with a chip on their shoulder? Only time will tell and the best way to improve the football team is for the coaching staff to hit the recruiting trail hard.
Oklahoma State will say goodbye to one of the greatest statistical wide receivers to ever wear the Cowboy orange. Senior Brennan Presley has been the cornerstone of the receiving core for the past four seasons. He is the all-time receptions leader in Oklahoma State history and has caught more than two passes in nearly every game since his sophomore season.
The offense won’t be the same in 2025 with Presley snagging catches across the middle, but the fans of Cowboy football won’t have to wait long as a familiar name will be entering the mix straight out of the class of 2026.
On Thursday, Oklahoma State looked to make it the Presley trifecta when they offered the youngest of the bunch, 2026 Bixby star Braeden Presley. Older brothers Brennan and Braylin both committed to Oklahoma State out of high school. Brennan hung around to become the all-time receptions leader in school history while Braylin transferred to Tulsa.
Braeden is the biggest brother of the bunch and measures in at 6-foot-2 and 180 pounds, according to 247Sports. He is unranked at the moment but still has a full season of football yet to play. The interest continues to grow for Braeden who has drawn offers from Tulsa, Boston College and Kansas.
Oklahoma State joined the mix on Thursday and is hoping to use its family ties to lock up their third straight Presley. Little is known about Presley on the field, and he has proven this season that he is a jack of all trades. He has logged a rushing touchdown, receiving touchdown and passing touchdown this season for the Spartans of Bixby.
A majority of his highlights have come on the defensive side of the football. He has 27 tackles, three interceptions and a forced fumble in 2024 for a Bixby team who is searching for yet another Class 5A State Championship.
The fans of Oklahoma State football may not have to wait very long to have a Presley once again under the lights of Boone Pickens Stadium.
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